The Washington Nationals make the first major splash at this year’s Winter Meetings by re-signing starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg.
The 31-year-old reportedly is set to sign a 7-year deal worth $245 million.
Stephen Strasburg’s deal with the Washington Nationals is for seven years and $245 million, a source tells ESPN.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) December 9, 2019
This has become the largest contract for a starting pitcher in the history of baseball, and Strasburg is set to become the most lucrative pitcher ever.
Of course, that record may be shortlived until Gerrit Cole signs his mega-deal, but the Nationals got their man.